Human Resources Coordinator

Lamar Advertising•Baton Rouge, LA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Lamar's Corporate Office in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is seeking an HR Coordinator to be the front-line liaison to employees and the HR team, providing essential coordination and service support. This role helps drive core HR programs, events, recognition efforts, and community initiatives forward, while assisting with executive activities. It is foundational to an effective and well-connected HR function, strengthening culture and engagement within the department and across the organization. Lamar’s Corporate Office in Baton Rouge, LA, is home to over 250 professionals and offers a beautifully renovated office building with a modern design, a beverage refreshment station, a relaxing dining area, amazing holiday parties, and an outdoor patio. The company also partners with Major Menus for free daily food delivery. Lamar is a certified Great Place to Work, with 86% employee agreement, and has been named a “Best Company to Work For” by U.S. News & World Report.

Requirements

Capacity to plan and organize work to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting, and follow through on commitments (Time Management & Prioritization).
Demonstrated expertise in clearly communicating in written, verbal, and visual formats and adapting messages for varied internal and external audiences (Communication).
Grasp of project structures to track program milestones, anticipate needs, and ensure accurate, timely execution of HR initiatives (Project & Program Coordination).
Awareness of stakeholder roles to build trust and rapport across levels, partner effectively with cross-functional teams to champion a positive employee experience (Relationship Building & Collaboration).
Understanding of HR ethics, data privacy, and risks in handling sensitive information discreetly, considering legal and cultural implications (Judgment, Integrity & Confidentiality).
Familiarity and ability to learn core HR and business metrics to gather, analyze, and summarize insights (Data Analysis & Problem-Solving).
Intermediate proficiencies in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace (word processing, spreadsheets, presentations), HR systems, and company-approved AI-enabled solutions (Digital & Productivity Tools).
Ability to adjust shifting priorities, learn new tools and approaches, and deliver results with minimal supervision while contributing to team goals (Adaptability & Independent Work).
Understands basic AI concepts, recognizes risks around bias and privacy, and applies ethical considerations when using data and AI in HR decisions (Ethical & Responsible Use of AI).
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; or 4 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
Minimum 1 year of experience in office administration.

Nice To Haves

3+ years of corporate office administration experience supporting department operations, department leader(s), and program coordination.

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle coordination of HR and corporate events, including logistics, budgeting, vendor management, communications, and event execution.
Help design and deliver recognition moments, feedback loops, and culture-building activities.
Track contract renewal dates, key terms, and documentation for all HR-related vendor contracts.
Review exit interviews and summarize key themes to support continuous improvement.
Manage formal recognition programs, including but not limited to employee service awards and the employee scholarship program, ensuring accurate tracking and processing.
Support company and community activities such as leading food bank collections, blood drives, and various volunteer events.
Develop and distribute engaging promotional materials and messaging for assigned HR programs, collaborating with internal communications leads for brand consistency and creative guidance.
Support the EVP of HR by aligning priorities, calendars, workflows, and communications with business objectives.
Anticipate needs, prioritize the strategic agenda, and manage operational and communication workflows before they become urgent.
Prepare concise briefing materials, talking points, and presentations linking HR priorities to business outcomes.
Coordinate follow-up actions from key meetings and monitor progress against timelines.
Handle departmental administrative tasks, including mail, filing, and communication prep.
Drive HR’s continuous improvement efforts by refining HR processes, playbooks, templates, or other documents to enhance clarity, consistency, and efficiency.
Collect, organize, and maintain core HR data to generate accurate and meaningful workforce reports.
Assist with HR audit preps, requests, compliance checks, and documentation reviews.
Summarize trend analysis and insights that leaders can use to understand workforce needs and shape people strategies.
Spearhead the maintenance of the electronic library of HR policies, procedures, and forms, collaborating with the HR team to ensure all documents remain current, version-controlled, and easily accessible.
Support communication, change management, and department-wide administrative tasks, including final quality control review of job descriptions against master templates for consistency, as well as repository upkeep.
Assist with reporting, mass communications, and various engagement events.
Maintain HR supplies, inventory, and operational tools to support smooth department operations.
Triage, track, and escalate direct HR inquiries, as well as manage initial intake of HR service portal and routing requests appropriately.
Contribute to a range of HR team projects and initiatives, as assigned.

Benefits

120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
12 paid company holidays, including President's Day and Juneteenth
A comprehensive 6-month training program
Career advancement opportunities
Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential
Multiple medical plan options and health savings account
Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage
Short & long-term disability and paid parental leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401k plan with company match
Up to $1,000 value in employer-paid HSA contributions and $200 in cash rewards for engaging in our wellness program
A people-first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback